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Urban Sunset Brick

The warm, ruddy glow of city brickwork illuminated by a low-setting sun, casting a nostalgic urban warmth.

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#722619#A6472D#D7764A#F3B58B#451711

Palette guide

How to use Urban Sunset Brick

Overview

The "Urban Sunset Brick" palette evokes the nostalgic warmth of city brickwork bathed in the soft glow of a setting sun. This rich, inviting scheme features a deep, earthy #451711 as its foundation, complemented by the ruddy brick tones of #722619 and #A6472D. A vibrant mid-orange #D7764A adds warmth, while the soft, luminous #F3B58B provides a gentle highlight, mimicking the last rays of light. Ideal for projects seeking a retro yet sophisticated urban feel, this palette creates a cozy and grounded atmosphere that is both timeless and visually appealing for designers and developers.

Best used for

  • Retro branding and packaging
  • Cozy interior design concepts
  • Gaming interfaces (adventure/fantasy)
  • Food & beverage marketing (rustic themes)
  • Autumn-themed digital campaigns
  • Historical narrative websites

Suggested color roles

primary

Use #A6472D for main brand elements, prominent headings, or large blocks of color for a warm, inviting feel.

secondary

Apply #D7764A to supporting elements, call-to-action buttons, or accent panels to draw attention.

accent

Utilize #F3B58B for subtle highlights, small interactive elements, or iconography against darker backgrounds.

background

Employ #451711 for deep, rich backgrounds, footers, or dark mode themes to create depth and contrast.

text

Use #722619 for body text on lighter backgrounds like #F3B58B, or a clean white for text on #451711 or #A6472D.

Accessibility notes

  • Ensure sufficient contrast between #451711 background and lighter text like #F3B58B or white.
  • Text in #722619 might need careful placement on mid-tones such as #D7764A for optimal readability.
  • Avoid using #F3B58B for small text areas without a dark, contrasting background.
  • Always check the contrast of #A6472D against both light and dark elements for legibility.

Recommended combinations

Warm Glow

Gradient or layered elements for a soft, inviting, and warm feel in headers or hero sections.

#F3B58B · #D7764A · #A6472D

Deep Contrast

Ideal for a dark background with readable primary text and a bright highlight for calls to action.

#451711 · #722619 · #F3B58B

Brick & Mortar

Main branding elements, evoking rich brick textures and creating visual depth.

#A6472D · #722619 · #D7764A

CSS variables

:root {
  --urban-sunset-brick-1: #722619;
  --urban-sunset-brick-2: #A6472D;
  --urban-sunset-brick-3: #D7764A;
  --urban-sunset-brick-4: #F3B58B;
  --urban-sunset-brick-5: #451711;
}

Tailwind config

theme: {
  extend: {
    colors: {
      "urban-sunset-brick": {
        1: "#722619",
        2: "#A6472D",
        3: "#D7764A",
        4: "#F3B58B",
        5: "#451711",
      }
    }
  }
}

Related searches

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Palette colors

Hex values

Color 1#722619
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Color 2#A6472D
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Color 3#D7764A
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Color 4#F3B58B
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Color 5#451711
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Accessibility

Contrast checker

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